RTC Annual Report 2014 - 2015 RTC Annual Report 2014 - 2015
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The Research Training Centre (RTC) provide s a
coordinated and integrated approach to
technical and professional training that supports
and promotes research excellence and enriches
the experience of research trainees and other
staff at Baycrest .
In 2014 - 2015, the RTC initiated a bold new vision
of expanding and diversifying its offerings as
well as broadening its educational influence and
impact across local and provincial academic
communities through strategic relationships and
partnerships.
Research Training Centre Highlights
RESEARCH TRAINING
CENTRE
ANNUAL REPORT
2014 - 2015
IN THIS ISSUE:
In 2014 - 2015, 32
research trainees
received national,
provincial, and lo cal
awards. Read more on
page 2 .
Trainee Awards &
Recognitions
The RTC partnered with
McMaster University and
the North West Toront o
Health Link to d eliver
internship opportunities .
Read m ore on page 14 .
Research Training
Partnerships
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Key highlights include:
Rotman Research Rounds – a 27 - w eek
academic lecture series featuring Baycrest
and international leaders in cognitive
neuroscience (Page 7)
Academic & Professional Development
Workshops – 7 workshops to build
trainees' technical neuroscience as well as
broader professional skills (Page 1 1)
Experiential Internship Program – 8
volunteer and paid placements to help
trainees develop their transferable skills,
build a broader network, and acquire job
experiences (Page 13)
